SENIOR INFRA DESIGN MANAGER

Jobs for Humanity; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRealis is seeking a Senior Infra Design Manager to oversee design processes in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing project lifecycles, ensuring client satisfaction, and leading design teams in achieving project objectives. Ideal candidates have extensive experience in design management, preferably within hospitality projects, and possess strong leadership and client-facing abilities. Benefits include a tax-free salary, comprehensive insurance, and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid annual leave

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation & housing allowances

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience as a design manager, preferably on hospitality projects.
• LEED experience is a plus.
• Previous regional experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to processes and manage design consultants.
• Facilitate communication between client and design teams.

Skills

Leadership

Client Management

Risk Management

Design Management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Job description

AtkinsRealis is looking for a Senior Infra Design Manager in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

About AtkinsRealis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRealis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver end-to-end services across the entire asset lifecycle, including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning, and capital projects. Our capabilities serve strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, and Capital. More information is available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com

As a Senior Infra Design Manager, you will lead and manage the design process throughout the project lifecycle, working closely with clients, design consultants, and stakeholders to meet project objectives aligned with client requirements.

You will assist the Programme Director/Design Director or Senior Project Manager to ensure scope delivery meets AtkinsRealis and client expectations.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring adherence to AtkinsRealis processes, forms, and deliverables, and applicable client processes.
• Developing scope of services for Lead Design Consultants (LDC).
• Managing and assisting in the procurement of Design Consultants.
• Developing and implementing the Design Management Plan (DMP).
• Creating a design responsibility matrix to clarify roles among Client, PMC, Design Consultants, and stakeholders.
• Assisting in developing the Project Quality Plan.
• Managing the LDC to ensure quality, timely, within-budget deliverables that meet client expectations.
• Overseeing and managing Design Consultants' activities throughout the project cycle, including planning, organizing, and directing activities. Acting as the management lead for project design, providing quality reviews, and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Facilitating effective communication and acting as the sole point of contact between the Client and LDC team.
• Managing the design process, including weekly progress meetings, stage gate submissions, and approval processes.
• Reviewing consultant deliverables to ensure compliance with project brief and client requirements.
• Assisting with stakeholder invitations, agendas, minutes, and presentations during the project cycle.
• Coordinating with Document Controllers to keep project information updated in SharePoint.
• Assisting in change management, including cost and commercial reviews, and implementing change control processes.
• Supporting value management during design stages.
• Identifying and managing risks affecting schedule, budget, quality, and compliance.
• Monitoring and managing the design schedule with Project Controls and LDC.
• Managing all LDCs in accordance with BIM requirements, supported by the BIM Manager.
• Overseeing sustainability requirements in line with project brief and client needs, with LEED support.
• Developing statutory approval workflows in coordination with stakeholders and authorities.
• Preparing technical documentation for construction tender packages.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 10-15 years of experience as a design manager, preferably on hospitality projects.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture.
• LEED experience is a plus.
• Previous regional experience, preferably in Saudi Arabia.
• Ability to work in a team and be client-facing.
• Active leadership style.

Why choose AtkinsRealis?

• Tax-free salary
• Life insurance coverage
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Paid annual leave
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Annual flight contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Transportation & housing allowances

Company Industry

• NGO
• Social Services
• Community Services

Keywords

• SENIOR INFRA DESIGN MANAGER

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